Location and Job Title:

Camp Sports Instructor
Riverdale YM-YWHA
5625 Arlington Ave
Bronx, NY 10471

Principal Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and energetic Sports Instructor to join our Camp Kulanu. The Sports Instructor will be responsible for planning and leading sports activities and lessons for early childhood campers ages 2-5. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in multiple sports, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create a safe and inclusive environment for children to learn and have fun.

Minimum Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

• Lead structured, age-appropriate sports and movement activities for children ages 2-5.
• Teach basic motor skills such as running, jumping, throwing, and catching.
• Foster a fun and positive environment that builds confidence and social skills.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during sessions.
• Communicate effectively with program directors and counselors about class activities and child progress.
• Set up and clean up equipment before and after each session.
• Adapt activities to meet the needs of different skill levels and personalities.
• Encourage teamwork, listening skills, and good sportsmanship.
• This is a seasonal job once a week for 8 weeks of the summer (June 24-August 15)
• You'll receive a salary of $2,000 for the 8 weeks
• Hours: 9:00-12:15
• To apply Please send a cover letter and resume to Adriana Rexhepi at arexhepi@riverdaley.org.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience working with young children in a coaching, teaching, or childcare setting.
• Background in sports, early childhood education, or physical education preferred.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with toddlers.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to maintain a safe and structured environment.

Salary:

$2000

Agency Information:

Our Mission:

Riverdale Y enriches lives by cultivating universally-shared values central to Jewish life, through educational, cultural, wellness, and service programs for all.

Our Values:

We build and strengthen community.

We create a space of belonging, where everyone feels respected and appreciated for who they are.

We have a responsibility to care for one another, in our local community and in our world.

We nurture our minds, bodies and souls.

We are committed to lifelong learning and growth.